Established 2002 · Scarsdale, New York
Where Form
Meets
Sustainability
Four decades shaping sustainable residential and commercial architecture in New York — with rare global expertise in mega-tall structures exceeding 300 metres.
Licensed Architect · New York State · Est. 2002
Years of Practice
Construction Cost Reduction
Legendary NYC Firms
Lifetime Utility Savings per Home
Mega-Tall
Buildings
Through NY Super Studio Architects, Tapani Talo offers rare strategic leadership for structures from 1,200 to 5,280 feet — anywhere in the world.
Design Study
4,000-ft Tower · Park Avenue, Manhattan
WTC 2 Site Proposal — NY Super Studio Architects
Global Practice
International Skyline Design
Shanghai · New York · Global
Talo Architect's design for the 3,300-foot tower for the WTC 2 site produced groundbreaking solutions for safety and green performance not achieved anywhere else in the world. Mega-Tall Buildings — beyond 1,200 feet — are not only tall, they are 'unmanageable' by standard local building codes. Mega Structure is the easiest part. Making them energy-efficient or safe is another task entirely.
Talo Architect has unique recommendations on how to assess safety, economy, and energy for smarter buildings from 1,200 to Mile High 5,280 feet — or beyond — anywhere in the world, working alongside the world's best Mega-Tall structural and mechanical engineers.
Height Range
1,200 – 5,280 ft
Reach
Global
Specialists
Structural + MEP
Practice
NY Super Studio
Craft in
Every Detail
Bear Mountain House
A custom residence in restrained dialogue with the Hudson Valley's dramatic topography. Site-specific design with deep respect for materiality and place — one of Tapani Talo's signature residential works.
Scarsdale Renovation
Scarsdale Kitchen
Full Spectrum
of Expertise
Residential
Sustainable Luxury Homes
Custom residences integrating passive house principles, solar technology, and Class A finishes. Our sustainable designs reduce lifetime utility costs by up to $500K over 30 years — without compromising on elegance.
Commercial
Class A Architecture
From concert halls and museums to government buildings, stadiums, air terminals, and broadcasting facilities. Every commercial project is calibrated for long-term asset appreciation and exceptional user experience.
Mega-Tall
Global Supertall Structures
Rare, coveted expertise in structures exceeding 300 meters. Strategic architectural leadership for developers seeking landmark status, global recognition, and enduring urban presence — through NY Super Studio Architects.
Shaped by
the Masters
Tapani Talo · Principal
Principal designer Tapani Talo spent over two decades as a principal at five of the most respected architectural practices in New York. This pedigree is not a credential — it is the foundation of everything we design.
"Architecture is the art of how to waste space."
— Philip Johnson
Founder
Tapani Talo
BA Honors, Ball State University (1980) · RIBA Part One, North East London Polytechnic (1978) · 40+ years practice · Lifetime member, Art Students League of NY
~$500K
Lifetime utility savings per 1,500 sq ft home
Green Zero
Carbon
Architecture
Through our sister practice TALO-Green Passive Architect P.C., we design homes and buildings that produce as much energy as they consume. Passive house principles, solar integration, and precision detailing combine to create structures that are truly net-zero.
Our Greenwich Green Renovation demonstrated verified thermal performance at −20°F — proof that sustainable architecture delivers comfort without compromise. Over a 30-year lifespan, our residential designs reduce utility costs by approximately half a million dollars.
Design Impact
Net-Zero Carbon
Temperature Range
−20°F Verified
Utility Savings
~50% reduction
Approach
Passive House
Precision
at Every Stage
Vision & Discovery
Deep client interviews, site analysis, and feasibility study. We align architectural ambition with financial reality from day one.
3D Pre-Design
Full 3D CAD/BIM visualization before a single wall is drawn. Real-time client feedback on massing, materiality, and spatial experience.
Strategic Design
Integrated design development that reduces construction costs by up to 20% through intelligent coordination and specification.
Delivery & Legacy
Construction administration through to handover. We remain involved until the building performs exactly as designed — for decades.
Ready to Build
Something
Extraordinary?
Whether you're planning a sustainable home, a Class A commercial development, or a landmark skyscraper — we'd be honoured to hear your vision.